Security Engineer I, Security Incident Response Team (SIRT)Job ID: 2795043 | Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited
Amazon is seeking qualified Security Engineers to join our innovative, high energy Information Security team.
In this role you will work within the Amazon Security Incident Response Team (SIRT).
SIRT Security Engineers respond to security events, conduct analysis of threats such as malware and intrusion attempts, and provide security services to safeguard highly sensitive data.
They work hands-on with detection systems and vulnerability analysis tools to respond to potential threats to Amazon systems.
SIRT Security Engineers are unique individuals prepared to relentlessly resolve security issues by gathering and analyzing event data and conducting root-cause analysis.
With your technical expertise, you will be solving security challenges at scale, working to protect the applications powering the most sophisticated e-commerce platform ever built.
We value broad and deep technical knowledge, specifically in the fields of forensics, malware analysis, network security, application security, threat hunting, and threat intelligence.
Key job responsibilitiesResponding to security incidents, and coordinating a cohesive response involving multiple teams across Amazon.Providing security engineering solutions and support during customer-facing incidents, proactively considering the prevention of similar incidents from occurring in the future.Assisting in the development of pragmatic solutions that achieve business requirements while maintaining an acceptable level of risk.Identifying and recommending solutions that improve or expand Amazon's incident response capabilities.Working alongside and mentoring Information Security engineers to improve security, reduce and quickly address risk.Evaluating the impact of current security trends, advisories, publications, and academic research to Amazon, coordinating response as necessary across affected teams.Keeping your knowledge and skills current with the rapidly changing threat landscape.Participating in a follow-the-sun on-call rotation.About the teamDiverse Experiences
Amazon Security values diverse experiences.
Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply.
If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.
Why Amazon SecurityAt Amazon, security is central to maintaining customer trust and delivering delightful customer experiences.
Our organization is responsible for creating and maintaining a high bar for security across all of Amazon's products and services.
We offer talented security professionals the chance to accelerate their careers with opportunities to build experience in a wide variety of areas including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, operations, and physical stores.
Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony.
Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why flexible work hours and arrangements are part of our culture.
When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve.
Inclusive Team CultureIn Amazon Security, it's in our nature to learn and be curious.
Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences inspire us to continue learning and to embrace our uniqueness.
Addressing the toughest security challenges requires that we seek out and celebrate a diversity of ideas, perspectives, and voices.
Training and Career GrowthWe're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer.
That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, training, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONSBS in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent professional experience1-3 years of demonstrated experience in areas such as incident response, systems security, network security, and/or application securityExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging to executive, technical, and non-technical audiencesProficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, PowerShell, Shell scripting, Perl, Ruby, Java, C++, C)Technical depth in two or more specialties including: digital forensics, malware analysis, network security, application security, security intelligence, and security operationsUnderstanding of security vulnerabilities, attacker exploit techniques, and their remediation methodologiesThe capacity and tolerance for context switching and interruptionsAbility to work with a high degree of autonomyAbility to handle a high degree of ambiguityAble to work in a diverse teamPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience triaging and developing security alerts and response automation, conducting front-line analysis, and providing escalation support.3+ years of information security experience.Relevant industry certifications from SANS, ISC2, etc.Strong demonstrated knowledge of Unix tools and architecture.Experience working as part of a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT)Familiarity/experience with AWS services and security concepts.Amazon is an equal opportunities employer.
We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
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We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build.
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Posted: December 4, 2024 (Updated about 13 hours ago)
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